Mara Hammered Gold and Paper Bead Earrings

Making beads from paper is a craft that goes as far back as the Victorian age.

Paper rolled on knitting needles in hand, women would gather socially in one their respective dining rooms for an evening of paper bead making.

The beads, finished with beeswax which acted as a sealing agent, and hung on lengths of cord, were used to make room dividers.

Our paper beads are made by women cooperatives in East Africa, providing a fair trade source of income to local communities and creating uniquely beautiful beads from scrap and recycled paper.

• 18K gold plate over sterling silver hammered teardrop ear wire
• Paper bead drops with gold filled accents
• Approx. 2.75" L
• Minor imperfections are part of the character of each piece in the One of a Kind collection

• We ship worldwide
• Complimentary two-day shipping and returns for all US orders
• Complimentary international shipping for all orders over $1,000
• 18K gold plated brass orders are fulfilled and shipped within 24 hours. 14K and 18K gold pieces are made to order to reduce waste and minimize climate impact. Please allow 3 - 4 weeks for delivery
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